Sr. Project Manager, Data Migrations

As a Sr. Project Manager at Smarsh, your key responsibilities will include leading the execution of various migration projects, planning project activities based on individual client contracts, overseeing migration setups, coordinating with engineering teams and third-party resources, managing project timelines and budgets, and ensuring effective communication of project statuses both internally and with clients.

To apply for the Sr. Project Manager position at Smarsh, you should have at least 7 years of project management experience, preferably in a customer-facing role. A college degree or equivalent experience is essential, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills are crucial. Familiarity with compliance and regulatory requirements, plus project management certifications like PMI or PRINCE2, can enhance your application.

A Sr. Project Manager at Smarsh should be experienced with project management tools and methodologies. Proficiency in the MS Office suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), along with collaboration tools such as SharePoint, Teams, and Confluence, is important to manage projects efficiently and communicate effectively with team members.

The Sr. Project Manager at Smarsh is vital in driving client success by ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality. By anticipating client needs, facilitating effective communications, and managing cross-functional project teams, you ensure that client expectations are not only met but exceeded.

The company culture at Smarsh is one of collaboration, innovation, and support. As a Sr. Project Manager, you will be part of a global organization that values diversity and encourages employees to be their authentic selves. You’ll find a community of lifelong learners who are committed to professional growth while enjoying a workplace characterized by purpose and humor.

When answering this question, mention methodologies you've effectively utilized, such as Agile or Waterfall. Provide examples of specific projects where these methodologies guided your decisions and led to successful outcomes.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to outline a specific project challenge you faced. Discuss how you approached the problem, the strategies you implemented, and the positive results that followed.

Discuss your approach to prioritization based on project goals, deadlines, and resource availability. Highlight any tools or systems you use to keep track of tasks and ensure timely completion.

Explain your method for managing scope changes, emphasizing communication with stakeholders, evaluation of project timelines and resources, and documentation of changes to avoid misunderstandings.

Describe your strategies for promoting collaboration, such as regular check-ins, collaborative tools, and fostering an open environment where team members feel comfortable sharing ideas and feedback.

Discuss your communication style with clients, emphasizing the importance of transparency, setting realistic timelines, and providing regular updates to ensure clients remain informed throughout the project.

Share your relevant experiences related to compliance or regulatory projects. Discuss specific regulations you've worked with and how you've ensured adherence throughout project execution.

Share a specific instance where you encountered a problem during a project, detail how you assessed the situation, the steps you took to resolve it, and what you learned from the experience.

Talk about the communication tools you prefer, like Microsoft Teams or Confluence, and explain how these tools have enhanced team communication and project tracking in your past projects.

Express your alignment with Smarsh's mission to manage risk in digital communications and your enthusiasm for contributing to innovative projects. Highlight your admiration for their culture of collaboration and support.